Blessing of the Animals

Baby, a bright-eyed 13 year-old Pomeranian owned by Henry Smith, appears eager to mingle with guests following a “Blessing of the Animals” service at Abiding Presence Lutheran Church on Pennington Road in Ewing Sunday, Oct. 6, 2012. Parishoners were invited to bring dogs, cats and other pets for the special afternoon service performed by Pastor Daniel Whitener. (Trentonian photo/Jackie Schear)